Mathematics (MATH) 266
Introduction to Calculus II (Revision 5)
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Delivery Mode:Individualized study.
Credits:3
Area of Study:Science
Prerequisite:MATH 265
Centre:Centre for Science
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Overview
MATH 266 continues the study of the calculus begun in MATH 265. The course focuses on definite integrals, which allow exact calculation of surface areas, volumes, the length of curves, and solutions of practical and theoretical problems.
Outline
Unit 1: Inverse Functions: Exponential, Logarithmic and Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Unit 2: Techniques of Integration
Unit 3: Applications of Integration
Unit 4: Differential Equations
Unit 5: Infinite Sequences and Series
Evaluation
To receive credit for the course, you must submit all the course assignments and complete them to the satisfaction of your tutor. You must also achieve a grade of at least “D” (50 percent) on each examination, and a course composite grade of at least “D” (50 percent). The weighting of the composite grade is as follows:
| Assign. 1 | Midterm Exam. | Assign. 2 | Final Exam. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | 35% | 15% | 35% | 100% |
To learn more about assignments and examinations, please refer to Athabasca University's online Calendar.
Course Materials
Textbooks
Stewart, James. Math 266: Introduction to Calculus II. Custom Publication of Stewart: Single Variable Calculus, 5e. Scarborough, ON: Thomson Nelson, 2008.
Stewart, James. Math 266: Introduction to Calculus II. Custom Publication of Stewart: Single Variable Calculus, 5e. Student Solutions Manual. Scarborough, ON: Thomson Nelson, 2008.
Online Assistance
All students in this course have access to a website that accompanies the textbook: http://www.stewartcalculus.com/media/1 home.php
Other Materials
The course materials include a study guide, student manual, and a solutions manual. Math resource page.
Athabasca University reserves the right to amend course outlines occasionally and without notice. Courses offered by other delivery methods may vary from their individualized-study counterparts.
Opened in Revision 5, June 10, 2008.
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Last updated by SAS 09/10/2013 12:09:42
